MOUNTAIN LAKE ESCAPE

Description from the manager

Description from the manager

Bedrooms:3

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Bathrooms:3

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Sleeps:8

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Type:Cabin

MOUNTAIN LAKE ESCAPE

Combining the convenience of being just 10 minutes off I-40 and the serenity of 28 acres of absolute privacy, MOUNTAIN LAKE ESCAPE is the perfect Smokies getaway. The full, wraparound deck offers splendid views overlooking Douglas Lake with a magnificent view of the Great Smoky Mountains. And whether you're relaxing in the 6 person spa, cooking steaks on one of the grills, enjoying an afternoon snack on one of the patio sets or simply hanging out on a rocking bench, you're sure to find peacefulness away from the hectic day to day grind. Inside, enjoy a game of pool or darts in the game room, a satellite movie on one of the 5 TVs (one in each bedroom, the game room and a 60 wide screen on the main floor), a game of cards on the poker table or relax in the upstairs jacuzzi. If you enjoy fishing, drop your boat in the lake less than a mile away. Hikers - lots of natural terrain to explore right out the back door. Escape to the lake in the Smokies, today!

Reviews (6)

Reviews

“Great cabin and location- Needs serious updating!”

Left on 03/12/2014 for a stay in February 2014 | Laura JReviewed Mar 12, 2014Stayed Feb 2014

Mountain Lake Escape, overall, is a great cabin and location for getting away and relaxation. It is far from Gatlinburg, but a good place to pack in your groceries and spirits and get some R & R. Our complaints were more with the owners, who seem to have neglected their property in terms of updating appliances (our oven broke), the hot tub jets did not work, the grill could use some part replacements, and many of the lamps and outside lights did not work. Also, the place had not been cleaned of dead bugs in a long time- some of the light fixtures had hundreds. American Patriot was good customer service and easy booking. Would book another property with them.

Laura, You are right, Mountain Lake Escape is a long way from town, but a great place for some quiet rest and relaxation. I apologize for the problems you had during your stay. I checked your reservation and see that the assistant manager has already worked with you for compensation for the problems you experienced.

Thanks for the compliment on our ease of booking and check-in. Many of our guests like the ease in which they book and can go right to their cabin. Our experienced reservation staff is always ready to answer questions and help you make a reservation.

We look forward to serving your lodging needs in the future!

Georgia Peach

Georgia

“Rather disappointing”

Left on 01/23/2013 for a stay in December 2012 | Georgia PeachReviewed Jan 23, 2013Stayed Dec 2012

This cabin is very secluded with lovely views. We stayed in December which was not the optimal time period for a stay here. It would have been much nicer in warmer weather. I would give the cabin a 6 out of
10 -- it is rather rustic. Also, be aware that there is one shower in the cabin and it is in the basement. The upstairs 'full' bath has only a
bathtub. It was very inconvenient to tramp all the way to the basement just to get a shower. The cabin doesn't seem to be up-to-date in terms of upkeep -- there was a large hole in the deck; molding around the door coming off preventing entry; a closet door falling off; pool table was in need of repair. This is a cabin that we would only return to if a large discount was offered.

“Quiet and peaceful”

Left on 09/05/2012 for a stay in August 2012 | The WillettsReviewed Sep 5, 2012Stayed Aug 2012

This cabin was exactly what we wanted. It was private and beautiful. Our arrival was so easy. We had easy to follow directions that took us directly to the gate. The home was clean and decorated with comfortable furniture and so beautiful. There was plenty of room for our boys who didnt have to share a room. We enjoyed the hot tub every night and The quiet cool mountain mornings on the porch with coffee. It was just as we imagined our vacation to be. We were close enough to the area attractions to enjoy them while having a private, peaceful, beautiful place to come "home"to. The best part for us was the seclusion of the house, feeling like you were the only ones on the mountain! What we liked the least was having only 6 days at the cabin,

“Do not rent!”

Left on 09/28/2011 for a stay in November 2010 | A FlipKey verified reviewerReviewed Sep 28, 2011Stayed Nov 2010

The pictures are misleading and the company is aweful to rent from. We got there and the place appeared to not have been cleaned before our arrival. After talking to the company they insisted that they had cleaned it the day of our arrival. Untrue...if it had then we wouldn't have found the millions (literally) of lady bugs on the floor, on the carpet, in the tubs, on the kitchen counter, everywhere. Yes, it was lady bug season apparently, however, after I cleaned the place the night of our arrival we did not have any more lady bug issues for the remainder of our weekend there. Coincidence? I think not. Save your money and do not do business with this company or rent this house.

I apologize that there were lady bugs in your cabin when you arrived. These little creatures were brought in by the National Park Service years ago to fight a problem in the forest. Therefore, it is against the law to spray for them. There are times of the year when they seek shelter and come into the cabins. Once inside, their life span is very short and the only thing that we can do is vacuum them up when they die. I have seen cabins cleaned and then gone back out 4 hours later and there are hundreds of them again. We 'put up' with these little creatures and because we know that they are protecting the forest that we love. I appreciate the fact that many of our guests coming from the city and they view the lady bugs as evidence that the cabin isn't cleaned, but that isn't true. I am sorry you were unhappy during stay, but I hope you'll give American Patriot Getaways another chance to meet your lodging needs when you visit our area again.

Vicki

IN

“Amazing”

Left on 09/27/2011 for a stay in August 2011 | VickiReviewed Sep 27, 2011Stayed Aug 2011

We have rented with Patriot Getaways for several years and we have had great experiences each time. God bless such an amazing company.

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